Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. If you are in more of a hurry, find a thrift store instead. I love a bargain.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 23, 2017

Many believe that early childhood examples and upbringing contribute greatly to the saver’s predisposition to save. Those affected by our recent Great Recession have had the benefits of saving reinforced as well. Members of the ‘Greatest Generation’ suffered through the Great Depression and came out savers.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 3, 2013

I believe that your opportunity cost would be too great as well. Today it is much less expensive to buy your clothes, even if you buy brand new and certainly if you shop some of the chic re-sale shops or even the thrift stores. Of course you will also have ongoing costs such as thread, patterns and material as well.

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For the Mommas

JULY 24, 2016

You can end up well ahead in the long run. Shop around at garage sales, thrift stores and online classifieds for furniture and other household items. For example, if you plan your meals in advance and create a grocery list, you can shop while you’re running your errands. Plan ahead. shopping.

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